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A year ago, packing tips for my mother-in-law's first wine trip to Europe turned into a full episode. So when Amanda found she was heading to Sicily herself for her first-ever visit, we decided a follow-up episode was in order. And this time, we're shifting gears to help give you a little insight into how the research actually gets done: hunting down the nicest hotel in a neighborhood to find the good, cheaper options nearby, mining wine lists at restaurants for producers worth chasing, and handing an entire photographed closet over to AI for itinerary-based outfit planning. There's also a wine-world catch-up on Champagne's earliest harvest on record, a rare one-time bump to its legal alcohol ceiling, and the case for a marathon that trades water stations for wine and food. Pour a glass of the Maison Chanzy Bourgogne Rouge and get ready to over-research a place not yet visited. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Portugal has been on the docket for a while, and it finally gets the right guest: Nicole Muscari, the wine educator and content creator behind Grape Chic, who has made the trip 22 times since 2019 and now owns a place in Porto. We're digging into the friendly Porto-vs-Lisbon rivalry — Porto's grit and cobblestones read like New York, Lisbon's sprawl and beaches read more L.A. — then heads into the Douro Valley to make the case for its dry reds and mineral whites, not just port. There's also a detour to Colares, a DOC so small its vines still grow ungrafted in sand. Pastel de nata debates, football pride, and a real argument for booking that direct flight all make an appearance. This Week's Wine: 2022 Altitude by Duorum Douro Mentions and Links Wines & Producers Altitude by Duorum — the episode's featured Douro red, a blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Cão. Alvarinho (Vinho Verde) — worth seeking out in its age-worthy, lees- or barrel-aged styles, not just the light spritzy version. Arinto — coastal, salty white from the Lisbon region, sometimes given Chardonnay-style oak and lees aging. Colares DOC (Malvasia whites, Ramisco reds) — a roughly 22-hectare appellation near Cascais growing pre-phylloxera vines in sand. Restaurants & Bars — Porto de Lima's Wine Bar — opened by Rafael de Lima in the historic center. Blind Pony — speakeasy right next door. Fauno — small tasting-menu spot with wine pairings. Cozinha das Flores — strong wine list with rare back-vintage Portuguese bottles. Prova — wine bar with deep, well-curated allocations. Casa Guedes — go-to for the roast pork and Serra da Estrela cheese sandwich. Arco das Verdades — cliffside wine bar with natural/biodynamic small-producer bottles and river views. Pedro Lemos — Michelin-starred restaurant with a standout cellar. Taylor's — Port house recommended for its educational tour. Casa de Chá da Boa Nova — two-Michelin-star restaurant on the water. Fábrica da Nata — favorite pastel de nata. Taberninha do Manel (sister restaurant Adega do Manel) — riverside Gaia spot for amêijoas à Bulhão Pato and francesinha. Gazela — the cachorrinhos (Porto-style hot dogs) spot Anthony Bourdain once featured. Bomfim 1896 — Michelin-recommended. Libatio — Nicole's pick for the city's best wine bar. Douro Valley The Vintage House — hotel in Pinhão, a good base for exploring the valley. Vinho Verde Town of Amarante — medieval town with an old bridge, worth the detour. Monverde Wine Resort — modern wine hotel with floor-to-ceiling views over the vines. Lisbon Black Sheep — favorite wine bar Pastéis de Belém — the original pastel de nata bakery. Bar Alimentar Imprensa Cocktail Bar Prado Wine Bar Bifanas do Afonso — for the classic Lisbon bifana sandwich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Santa Cruz Mountains have been growing exceptional wine since the 1860s, and somehow the wine world still barely talks about it. This episode heads south of San Francisco to sit down with Cole Thomas, owner and winemaker of Madson Wines, who traded a marine biology track at UC Santa Cruz for grape stems after meeting Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard's Jeff Emery at a campus seed exchange. The conversation digs into why fog-slowed wind — not fog itself — keeps the west side cool enough for savory, high-acid Pinot Noir, how the same appellation ripens Cabernet on its sun-baked east side, and where to eat, surf, and taste on a weekend in town. This Week's Wine: 2024 Madson Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir My free guide to Santa Cruz Substack 🗞️ 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wines & Producers Ridge Vineyards — the region's most recognized name, known for its Monte Bello bottling Mount Eden Vineyards — historic estate on the former Martin Ray property Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard — Jeff Emery's winery, where Madson's earliest vintages were made David Bruce Winery — replanted one of the original 1860s Jarvis Brothers vineyard sites Restaurants & Bars Duarte's Tavern, Pescadero — 1800s Highway 1 roadhouse; order the cioppino and a Bloody Mary Manresa Bread, Santa Cruz — bakery near Madson's downtown tasting room Home, Soquel — recommended by Cole Hook & Line, Santa Cruz — downtown sustainable-seafood spot Mentone, Aptos Bantam, Santa Cruz — wood-fired pizza Bad Animal, Santa Cruz — bookstore, wine bar, and restaurant in one Tanuki Cider, Humble Sea Brewing, Santa Cruz Mountain Brewery, Verve Coffee, Cat & Cloud Coffee — the westside "Wine Ghetto" cluster right around Madson's tasting room Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to run one of the Bay Area's most beloved Italian restaurant groups while also building a wine label from scratch — in the middle of a pandemic, no less? A16 founder Shelley Lindgren and her Tansy Wines business partner Kitty Oestlien join to talk about bridging California and Italy, from A16's 20th-anniversary cookbook reprint and upcoming Chicago and Ferry Building openings to the six vintages of Tansy, a Northern California label built on organically farmed Italian varieties. The conversation digs into winemaker Megan Glaab's light-touch approach, the ancient Piedmontese grape Ruché that shows up in Tansy's Red Field Blend, and why an open mind is the best tool for navigating an Italian wine list. Pour a glass of Tansy and settle in for two friends talking flowers, farming, and why food always belongs next to the bottle. This Week's Wine: 2022 Tansy Red Wine Field Blend California  📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mentions Wines & Producers Tansy Wines – Shelley Lindgren and Kitty Oestlien's Northern California label focused on organically farmed Italian grape varieties Ryme Cellars – Sonoma winery from winemaker Megan Glaab, known for Vermentino and other Italian varieties Sandlands Chenin Blanc – Tegan Passalacqua's label Ciro Picariello Fiano di Avellino – the bottle poured at Tavernetta in Denver Restaurants & Bars A16 – Shelley Lindgren's Italian restaurant group, with locations in San Francisco's Marina, Oakland, Napa, Japan, and soon Chicago (fall 2026); certified by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana since 2004 Lucania – A16's upcoming Southern Italian restaurant opening at San Francisco's Ferry Building Tavernetta (Denver) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Champagne is more than something poured at a toast — it's a place you can actually visit, and this episode finally delivers on months of hints about a long-awaited spring trip there. Sommelier Lara Koffer joins Amanda to unpack the region's biggest split: house Champagne versus grower Champagne, and how roughly 16,000 growers keep the famous marques stocked with fruit. Grab your wine club wine, the Grumier Réserve Perpétuelle, a rare solera-style non-vintage blend dating back to 2005 and join us for stories from Reims and Épernay — Bollinger's hand-disgorged prestige cuvées, a Michelin-starred "Mysteries of Champagne" tasting menu, and hard-won advice on hiring a driver instead of renting a car. Pour a glass and settle in for a trip report worth the wait. Featured Wine: NV Maurice Grumier Réserve Perpétuelle Extra-Brut Champagne Find all of our mentions for restaurants, wineries, and hotels in Amanda's Guide to Visiting Paris and Champagne 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One solo episode wasn't enough to settle the debate over the world's best wine cities — so this time, two frequent flyers weigh in. Jenna Fields and Zack Musick of the German Wine Collection, who log more travel miles promoting German wine than almost anyone in the industry, join to build their own list using the same four-part framework from the last episode: selection, people, variety, and identity. London tops it (officially "Germany-adjacent"), followed by a New York walking tour through Michelin-starred dining rooms, a surprise nod to Phoenix's under-the-radar sommelier scene, and a park-bench cheesesteak in Philly washed down with Frappato from a plastic cup. Pour a glass of the Meyer-Näkel Illusion Blanc de Noir — this month's wine club pick — and settle in for round two. Featured Wine: 2023 Meyer-Nakel "Illusion" Blanc de Noirs 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mentions & Links Wines & Producers Domaine Tempier Rosé, Bandol — grabbed at Cru in Nantucket Frédéric Savart Champagne, Écueil — paired with ahi tuna and caviar at 53 G.D. Vàjra, Barolo — on the by-the-glass list at 53 Weingut Salwey Eichberg Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris), Kaiserstuhl — paired with truffled hazelnut soup at Oiji Mi Muskattrollinger Rosé — the German rarity poured at the Nantucket seminar Restaurants & Bars Cru, Nantucket Mezcaleria Alma, Denver — Michelin-starred, all-Mexican-wine list COQODAQ, NYC — the champagne-and-caviar-chicken-nugget spot Oiji Mi, NYC 53, NYC — dim sum spot Aldo Sohm Wine Bar, NYC Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna, Chicago Restaurant Progress, Phoenix Angelo's, Philadelphia — cheesesteak Di Bruno Bros., Philadelphia — wine shop Noble Rot, Mayfair (London) Devonshire, London Satan's Whiskers, London — cocktail bar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're going solo this episode, and we're going global. After months of logging serious miles across cities and continents, we wanted to revisit a format we love — not the wine regions, not the châteaux, but the cities themselves. The places that aren't necessarily making wine, but are doing it better than almost anywhere else in the world. We're breaking down our top four wine cities right now — London, Copenhagen, Tokyo, and New York — what makes each one stand out, how we navigate them for wine when we get there, and the specific spots that completely won us over. Along the way, we're also tasting the Zuccardi Polígonos Cabernet Franc from Mendoza — our wine club pick and a perfect tie-in to our earlier episode on the most exciting wine regions to visit. Pour a glass and come along. Featured Wine: Zuccardi Polígonos Cabernet Franc, Uco Valley 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mentions & Links Restaurants, Wine Bars, and Recs — London Hedonism Wines, London — hedonismwines.com Noble Rot, Soho — noblerot.co.uk The Eagle Bar at Chancery Rosewood — rosewoodhotels.com Mountain, Beak Street, Soho — mountainsoho.com Mayfair Townhouse (hotel) — themayFairtownhouse.com Restaurants & Wine Bars — Copenhagen Rossforth & Rossworth (bridge wine) — wine importer + outdoor wine bar; rossforthandrossworth.com Bar Vitrine Fiskebar — former Noma head sommelier; seafood focused Esse — Michelin starred; tasting menu + à la carte lounge; natural wine and French-leaning list La Banchina — natural wine; waterside cove café; labanchina.dk Poulette and Pompette — order on the app; skip the line Kinyobi — sushi from former Geranium chefs; great sake selection Bird — exceptional cocktail program; great non-alcoholic options Sanchez — tacos from a former Noma chef Hotel Sanders (hotel) — hotelsanders.com Restaurants & Wine Bars — Tokyo New York Bar, Park Hyatt Tokyo (Lost in Translation bar) — park.hyatt.com; Dom Pérignon by the glass at $45 Studio Mule — hidden second-floor wine bar; hi-fi music system; rotating rare bottles by the glass including Gravner and Paolo Bea; no signage, look for the green door Badu, Kyoto — natural wines; sister restaurant to Monk (featured on Chef's Table) Isetan Department Store — basement food hall; great sake selection to take home Restaurants & Wine Bars — New York Coqodaq — fried chicken and champagne Clemente Bar, above Eleven Madison Park La Tete d'Or by Daniel Aldo Sohm Wine Bar — aldosohmwinebar.com La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels — downtown + new Flatiron location Le Chene — great Burgundy and Champagne; splurge-worthy Union Square Cafe Gramercy Tavern Claude, East Village — reportedly excellent wine list Roscioli — wine list by Ariel Arcé, formerly of Ariel's Champagne Parlor Wines Referenced Gravner — famous orange wine producer; served by the glass at Studio Mule Tokyo Paolo Bea, Arboreus — Italian white; served by the glass at Studio Mule Tokyo Also Mentioned Toyama — day trip from Tokyo for Sake (IWA) Kalaya, Philadelphia — James Beard Award Outstanding Restaurant Levi Dalton — I'll Drink To That podcast; Noble Rot recommendation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bordeaux has a reputation problem — and we're here to fix it. In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Cristaldi, North America Regional Editor at Decanter Magazine and fellow theater kid, to make the case for a region that the wine world has been too quick to dismiss. We just got back from our first trip there together and we're talking about all of it: the left bank vs. right bank divide, why the best Bordeaux you'll ever drink might cost you 25 euros, what it's actually like to navigate the city of Bordeaux as a visitor, and a surprisingly fascinating detour into the science of corks. Pour yourself something from the Haut-Médoc and open your mind — Bordeaux is better than you remember. Featured Wine: Château de l'Église Vieille, Haut-Médoc 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mentions & Links Guest Jonathan Cristaldi — Decanter Magazine, North America Regional Editor; @jcristaldi Wineries Château de Pressac — chateaudepressac.com Château La Gafellière — gaffeliere.com Château Carbonnieux — carbonnieux.com Château Larose Trintaudon — chateau-larose-trintaudon.fr Château Kirwan — chateau-kirwan.com Château de Malleret — chateau-malleret.fr Château Pontet-Canet — pontetcanet.com (prior visit, referenced in episode) Restaurants & Dining Chez Dupont, Bordeaux Gina Rooftop, Bordeaux Brasserie Vinatier, Bordeaux La Côte à l'Os, Saint-Émilion Le Jardin de Collioure Casa Léon, Collioure Also Mentioned Cité du Vin, Bordeaux — laciteduvin.com Diam Bouchage (our trip host and technical cork producer! Thank you Diam! — diam-cork.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Italy is one of those places that feels instantly familiar the moment you arrive — and yet the more you learn about it, the more you realize how much you've been missing. In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Dupuy, James Beard Award-winning author and self-described outsider-turned-insider, to talk about her new book Italianity — a collection of essays and stories that captures what it actually means to drink Italian wine the Italian way. We get into the concept of Italianità, why the best way to plan your Italy trip is to start with the grape you love, and what Antica Bottega del Vino in Verona looks like at 9:30 in the morning when the locals still have the place to themselves. Pour yourself a glass of Franciacorta and let this one transport you. Featured Wine:  NV Le Marchesine Franciacorta Nitens Brut 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Featured Guest Jessica Dupuy, co-author — Italianity Regions Discussed Tuscany / Montalcino — Brunello, Sangiovese; the entry point for many Italy-first-timers Valpolicella / Verona — Amarone, Valpolicella Superiore; Andrea's home region Piedmont (Piemonte) — Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Alta Langa sparkling; French-border swagger Alto Adige / Trentino (Tre Venezie) — Alpine Nebbiolo, German-speaking, former Austro-Hungarian influence; Jessica's current favorite region Sicily — Nerello Mascalese, Etna; deeply historical, layered cultural influences Franciacorta — Champagne-method sparkling wine; 85% Chardonnay + Pinot Nero + Pinot Bianco Alta Langa — Piedmont-based traditional-method sparkling; historical rival to Champagne Roero — Sandy-soil Nebbiolo; lighter expression outside of Barolo/Barbaresco Valtellina — Alpine Nebbiolo north of Lake Como Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If Paso Robles isn't already on your must-visit list, this episode will change that. Maggie Tillman, co-owner of Alta Colina and self-described "co-first-generation" winery founder, joins us to dig into what makes Paso one of the most exciting — and most underrated — wine regions in the country right now. From why the east side vs. west side divide isn't quite as "divided" as you might think, to the magic of Tin City, we're giving you an all-access pass as to why Paso rewards the traveler who puts in the effort to get there. Plus, Maggie shares her personal list of wineries, restaurants, and not-to-miss experiences — including the outdoor art installation that simply cannot be captured on your phone (don't even try). Pour yourself a glass of the Peachy Canyon Zinfandel and let this episode and wine talk you into booking your trip. Featured Wine:  Peachy Canyon Zinfandel 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Featured Guest Maggie Tillman, co-owner — Alta Colina Winery, Paso Robles Amanda's Paso Robles Guides Substack Paso Robles Guide Itinerary Wineries Tablas Creek Vineyard — deep west side Rhône producer, partnership with the Perrin family of Châteauneuf-du-Pape L'Aventure Winery — Bordeaux-meets-Rhône style, founded by Stephan Asseo Hubba Wines — lighter-touch, vineyard-driven wines by a female winemaker in Tin City Royal Nonesuch Farm + Lopai — joint tasting room, York Mountain AVA area; newer, worth seeking out Niner Wine Estates — great tasting experience with a stunning culinary garden and winery lunch Giornata Winery — Italian variety focused wines owned by the Turrizzi family who also run Etto Pasta Restaurants & Food Finca — elevated Mexican in a Victorian house; Maggie's go-to for lunch Grace and Rose — seasonal comfort food, great pasta; owned by Justin and Julie Fisher In Bloom — cocktail program + fried chicken and caviar LPC / Les Petite Canailles — French fine dining, son of L'Aventure's Stephan Asseo; ask about the secret menu (bougie tots with caviar) Il Cortile — Italian; one of Paso's originals Parchetto — Il Cortile newer sibling restaurant Fish Gaucho — high-energy, great pozole and margaritas; good for groups Etto Pasta — official restaurant for the makers of fresh and dried pastas + Italian boutique grocery in Tin City; Turrizzi family Coffee & Bakeries Spearhead Coffee Black Sheep Bakery — sourdough cinnamon buns Cocktails & Nightlife Alchemist Garden + The Remedy (speakeasy) — reservation required for The Remedy; best cocktail program in Paso Eleven Twenty Two — speakeasy behind the Irish pub; no phones, great drinks, open until ~11pm/midnight Hotels Ava Hotel — newer boutique, great downtown location Hotel Cheval — downtown Paso, across from Ava Other Experiences ⁠⁠Tin City⁠⁠, Paso Robles — urban winery/food/drink hub south of downtown Mighty Cap Mushrooms — mushroom tour experience in Tin City Sensorio — large-scale outdoor light installation by artist Bruce Munro; arrive before dark; Pasolivo — olive oil tasting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Judgment of Paris with Chateau Montelena winemaker Matt Crafton—but we're not here to rehash history. Instead, we're diving into Paris as a wine travel destination through Matt's eyes, shaped by an accidental 10-day COVID quarantine that became the trip of a lifetime. From food tours with kids to Sunday restaurant closures, spontaneous wandering versus careful planning, and the wine bars worth seeking out, this is Paris for wine lovers who want to go beyond the guidebook. Wine featured in this episode: 2022 DeLille Cellars Signature Syrah Yakima Valley 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon wine country is closer, more accessible, and more delicious than you think. In this episode, we sit down with AJ Resnick—former Wine Access colleague, podcast co-creator, and current Ponzi Vineyards Chief of Marketing—to explore Portland and the Willamette Valley through the eyes of someone who left California to make Oregon home. From why Ponzi is only 20 miles from downtown Portland to which pizza shops deserve a permanent spot in your rental car, AJ breaks down how to plan your Oregon wine trip, where to eat in Portland, and why these Pinot Noirs deserve more age than they're getting. We taste Ponzi's Laurelwood Chardonnay, compare Oregon to Burgundy and California, and get AJ's insider list of restaurants, wine bars, and hidden gem wineries. Whether you're planning your first trip to the Pacific Northwest or wondering if Oregon wine lives up to the hype, this episode proves it absolutely does. 2023 Ponzi Vineyards Chardonnay Laurelwood District, Willamette Valley Restaurants - Portland: Pizza: Scottie's Pizza Parlor Baby Doll Pizza (keeps well in car trunk, per AJ) High-End/Fine Dining: Canard (Le Pigeon's sister restaurant) Kann (chef Gregory Gourdet, James Beard winner, Top Chef alum) Nodoguro (omakase) Ox (Argentine-inspired) International: Kachka (Russian) Janken (Japanese izakaya) Akadi (Portland African cuisine) Luc Lac (Vietnamese) Casual/Other: Matt's BBQ Coquine (mentioned by AJ) Gabbiano's Reel M Inn Breweries: Breakside Brewery (AJ's first stop in Portland) Bakeries/Coffee: Nuvrei (bakery Amanda couldn’t remember name of) Willamette Valley Restsaurants/food The Allison Inn & Spa, Newberg (burger highly recommended for brunch) Sushi Kichi (Vale - small town sushi) Joel Palmer House (mushroom-focused) Nick's Italian Cafe (Dundee Hills) Red Hills Market (Dundee) Wineries Mentioned: Must-Visits: Ponzi Vineyards Domaine Drouhin Domaine Serene Bergström Lingua Franca (Thomas Savre) Soter Hidden Gems: Artist Block Winery (sparkling, Syrah, creative tastings) Carlton Winemakers Studio (collective/incubator for multiple producers) Historic Oregon Producers (aged well at Press Restaurant): Domaine Drouhin Rex Hill Eyrie Vineyards (pioneering Oregon winery) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mexico is making world-class wine—and most people have no idea. In this episode, we head to Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California with Eduardo Dingler to explore one of North America's most exciting (and accessible) wine regions. From Nebbiolo that tastes like Napa Cab to fresh Chenin Blanc perfect for fish tacos, Valle de Guadalupe is rewriting the rules on what Mexican wine can be. We break down which grapes thrive there, why it's an easy weekend trip from San Diego, how to plan your visit, and what makes this region so special. Plus, we taste Mama Mama Chenin Blanc from winemaker Lulu Martínez Ojeda—a wine that proves Mexico deserves a spot on your wine travel bucket list. Whether you're curious about emerging wine regions or just want an excuse to drink wine with tacos by the ocean, this episode is for you. Wine: 2024 Towns Wine Co. Mama Mama Chenin Blanc, Viñedo Kompali, Baja California 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Wine Region: Valle de Guadalupe, Baja California, Mexico Parras, Coahuila, Mexico (oldest winery in the Americas, 1597) Winemaker/Producer: Lulu Martínez Ojeda (Mama Mama winemaker, studied in Bordeaux) Alicia Towns Franken (Towns Wine Co., championing underrepresented winemakers) Key People Mentioned: Hugo d'Acosta (pioneering winemaker in Valle de Guadalupe) Camillo Magoni (Italian winemaker from Alto Adige, came to Baja in 1960s, planted Italian varietals) California Chenin Blanc Producers Mentioned: Jurassic Vineyard Gamling & McDuck Lang and Reed Crigley Family (100 cases production) Napa Restaurants Mentioned: La Choza (tacos) Don Carlos Mothers Tacos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time travel exists—and it comes in a bottle. In this solo deep dive, we're exploring everything you need to know about older wines, from what actually happens as wine ages to how to find, store, and serve bottles with serious age on them. Drawing from years of working with Press Restaurant's legendary cellar—one of the largest collections of Napa Valley wines dating back to the 1950s—we break down which wines are worth cellaring, what "good funk" really means, and why you don't need a million-dollar cellar to enjoy the magic of aged wine. Whether you're curious about that 2015 Rioja in your glass or wondering if your closet can double as wine storage, this episode answers your most-asked questions about drinking through time. Spoiler: sediment is your friend, and no, you don't have to finish the bottle in one sitting. Wine: 2015 El Centimo Real Rioja Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Previous Episode Reference: "Corked and Uncorked" Episode with PJ Awe from Amorim Cork America (about cork and wine storage misconceptions) Wine Regions/Styles Discussed for Aging: Regions Known for Age-Worthy Wines: Napa Valley, California (Cabernet Sauvignon) Bordeaux, France Burgundy, France (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir) Rioja, Spain (Reserva, Gran Reserva) Barolo, Piedmont, Italy Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy Champagne, France (can age 50-70+ years) Mosel, Germany (Riesling) Sauternes, France (sweet wines) Grapes That Age Well: Red: Cabernet Sauvignon, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Tempranillo White: Chardonnay, Riesling Sparkling: Champagne Grapes/Styles That Don't Age Well: Rosé (with rare exceptions) Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Grigio Albariño "Chillable reds" Wine Storage & Serving Tools Mentioned: Repour wine savers (wine preservation) Coravin (wine preservation system) VinSling Wine cradle (for serving bottles with sediment) Decanter Flashlight (for checking wine color/condition in bottle) Key Concepts Covered: Oxidation in wine aging (controlled vs. uncontrolled) Temperature control for wine storage (55°F ideal) Sediment formation and handling Decanting aged wines Color changes in aged wine (browning, brick-red hues) Primary vs. secondary vs. tertiary aromas/flavors Tannin and acidity's role in aging Cork storage myths (lying down vs. standing up) Vintage variation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Forget the usual suspects—we're taking you off the beaten path with the top five most exciting wine destinations for 2026. From Portugal's incredible diversity beyond Port to Germany's underrated food scene, Argentina's high-altitude Malbecs in Mendoza, California's dynamic Paso Robles, and the UK's surprising sparkling wine regions, these are the places where wine, food, and culture collide in the best possible way. Whether you're planning your first wine trip or looking for your next adventure, this solo episode is packed with firsthand insights, travel tips, and why visiting wine regions beats any classroom education. Plus, we share what makes each destination uniquely exciting—and why now is the time to go. 2021 Catena Zapata Catena Alta Malbec Historic Rows Mendoza 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wine lovers don't just travel—they travel differently. And in this episode, Amanda sits down with Candice Mathis, founder of Vintage Departures and wine travel expert, to explore exactly how. From what makes a wine trip worth booking to why a great hotel bar matters more than you think, Candice shares her hard-earned wisdom from planning itineraries across Napa, Burgundy, Champagne, and beyond. They dig into the logistics of traveling with kids, why sleep is always worth the splurge, the unspoken rules of wine region etiquette, and how to unlock hotel perks you didn't know existed. Whether you're planning your first wine trip or your fiftieth, this conversation will change the way you think about where to stay, what to book, and how to make every moment count. Wine Featured on This Episode:⁠⁠⁠ 2022 Louis Millet Sancerre Rouge 📣 Links and Mentions Candice Mathis - Vintage Departures 🤳 @vintagedepartures 📧  c@vintagedepartures.com Hotels Napa Valley Four Seasons Meadowood Alila Auberge du Soleil Carneros Resort Le Petit Pali Champagne The Royal Champagne Piedmont (Alba) Casa di Langa 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re kicking off season four with our new theme “Unfiltered In Flight” and exploring wine the lens of travel. Whether it’s a wine producing region or a major city abroad, we’re focusing on how wine people experience the places they visit. To start, we’re returning to a region that’s both iconic and endlessly misunderstood: Napa Valley. Together with local sommelier Laura Koffer of Wine Access, who has called the valley home for more than a decade, we’re unpacking what Napa actually feels like beyond the tasting room. From Champagne-fueled nights and backyard picnics to tacos, beer, and the casual luxury that defines daily life in the valley, we break down Napa’s geography, appointment culture, and how to plan smarter tasting days, with one core takeaway in mind: the best Napa trips aren’t about doing more, they’re about doing it better. Wine Featured on This Episode:⁠ 2024 Bordo Mare Vermentino Las Brisas Vineyard 📣 Links and Mentions Wine Bars & Drinking Spots Cadet Wine Bar (Napa) Compline Wine Bar (Napa) Chispa (Yountville) Pancha’s (Yountville) Ana’s Cantina (St. Helena) Restaurants & Food St. Helena Charlie’s Gott’s Roadside The Charter Oak Brasswood Cook St. Helena PRESS Ray Ray’s Tacos Station (coffee/pastries) Model Bakery Yountville Bouchon Bistro Bottega Tacos Garcia (Taco Truck next to Pancha’s - cash only) Model Bakery (St. Helena) Napa Scala Osteria Don Giovanni  A16 ZuZu Wineries & Wine Producers Opus One Promontory Inglenook Frog’s Leap Continuum Chappellet Brand Vineyard Hudson Ranch / Hudson Vineyards (Carneros) Beer Mad Fritz (Napa Valley) Hanabi Lager (Screaming Eagle winemaker) Russian River Brewing Company (Sonoma) Ernie’s Tin Bar (Sonoma; beer stop en route) Other, Logistics & Tips Oakville Grocery Adams Street Shipping (wine shipping service) Westwood Hills Park (hiking) Both State Park (hiking) Cameo Cinema Wild Vine Tours 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season three of Wine Access Unfiltered was never about turning you into a sommelier — it was about helping you become a more confident, curious, and intentional wine buyer. In this solo finale, Amanda revisits the biggest ideas and “aha” moments from the season, from why asking better questions is the most powerful wine skill you can develop, to how importers can be your greatest shortcut to finding wines you’ll actually love. Pouring a classic Chianti, Amanda reflects on where value really lives in the wine world, why popularity often drives price more than quality, and how buying wine that fits your life — not someone else’s rules — leads to better bottles and more enjoyment. Whether you’re catching up, revisiting favorite lessons, or setting intentions for the year ahead, this episode is your reminder that wine doesn’t belong to gatekeepers. It belongs to you. Wine Featured on This Episode:2023 Poggio Bonelli Villa Chigi Saracini Chianti 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holidays are the perfect excuse to enjoy fancy snacks, and this episode—the last in our holiday food mini-series—is your official permission slip to indulge in the most luxurious of them: caviar. Shaoching Bishop, co-founder and CEO of Regiis Ova Caviar, the ultra-premium caviar company she built alongside three-Michelin-star chef Thomas Keller, joins to help us better understand and enjoy caviar this holiday season. From what caviar actually is to why quality, curing, and handling matter far more than prestige or price, she fills us in what it takes to produce one of the finest caviars in the world. Plus, Shaoching shares tips on how to store caviar properly at home and why you might want to consider cucumbers and ice cream (really) when serving. Whether you’re caviar-curious, already obsessed, or just looking to elevate your holiday or weeknight table, this episode will change the way you think about this iconic food. Wine Featured on This Episode 2023 Matthiasson Chardonnay Linda Vista Vineyard Napa Valley 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The secret to great beef isn’t luck - it’s science, aging, and choosing the right cut. And nobody explains it better than Katie Flannery, third-generation butcher and co-owner of Flannery Beef. From a humble bay-area butcher shop to a beloved brand of chefs, sommeliers, and even Robert Parker, Flannery Beef has shaped the way many of us think about steak. And with so many of us enjoying a holiday roast this time of year, we’re demystifying everything from dry-aging to grading and why the beef you choose is just as important as the wine you pour alongside it. Plus, Katie shares how one major wine importer changed their business forever. Whether you're prepping for a holiday feast or finally ready to understand what makes great beef great, this episode is the perfect blend of wine, food, and unfiltered education. Wine Featured on This Episode 2023 Arnot-Roberts Syrah Sonoma Coast Flannery Beef Cuts and Mentions Dry Aged Prime Rib Roast Dry Aged Club Roast (Bryan's Favorite) The Jorge Gift Boxes 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re kicking off a special holiday mini-series focused on the foods we love and the wines that make them shine. In this episode, we sit down with Chris Battle of Mighty Cap Mushrooms, whose Paso Robles mushroom farm has become a destination for chefs and curious cooks alike. Chris pulls back the curtain on how specialty mushrooms are grown, why sourcing matters, and how one simple technique can completely transform their flavor. We also pour a Carignan from Chile and break down why the grape’s spicy, vibrant profile is a natural match for mushroom-driven dishes. From cooking tips to holiday meal inspiration, this episode blends the best of wine and food in classic Unfiltered style — equal parts fun, educational, and delicious. Wine Featured on This Episode 2021 Morandé VIGNO Carignan, Maule Valley, Chile 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Mighty Cap Mushrooms Tours, Farm Store & ProductsBook a tour, shop their specialty mushrooms, or learn more about the farm Grow Kits (Ships Nationwide!)Grow your own mushrooms at home — they make amazing holiday gifts Follow Mighty Cap Mushrooms on InstagramStay up to date with Chris and the Mighty Cap team 👉 Mawn (Philadelphia — BYOB Cambodian)The James Beard Award–winning restaurant Amanda visited before recording 👉 Plan a Trip to Paso Robles & Tin CityAn incredible food-and-wine destination worth putting on your calendar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zinfandel has been called California’s grape: it’s a little rebellious, often misunderstood, and always the life of the party. In this episode of Unfiltered, we’re diving deep into Zin’s roots with Chris Morisoli, fifth-generation Napa Valley grapegrower, helicopter pilot, and host of the Nine One Wine podcast. From the old vines of Rutherford to the spicy, fruit-driven bottles from Sonoma’s Dry Creek Valley, Amanda and Chris unpack what makes Zinfandel so uniquely American—and why it’s poised for a major comeback. Along the way, Chris shares family stories dating back to the 1800s, what it’s really like during harvest season (spoiler: it starts at 3AM), and why the “Old Vine” label isn’t always what it seems. Wine Featured on This Episode:⁠ 2023 Dancing Zinfandel Fresh Take Dry Creek Valley 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠ 🍇 Where to find Chris: Morisoli Vineyard – ⁠https://www.morisolivineyard.com⁠ Nine One Wine Podcast – ⁠https://www.nineonewine.com⁠ 🌎 Other Producers & References Ravenswood Winery Bedrock Wine Co. – Heritage vineyards & old-vine Zinfandel champions from Morgan Twain-Peterson MW Turley Wine Cellars –  Referenced for “Old Vines” benchmark; Larry Turley’s 50-year rule Robert Biale Vineyards – Morisoli single-vineyard bottling, including the famous Black Chicken Zinfandel. Sandlands Wines (Tegan Passalacqua) – Celebrated for authentic, small-lot old-vine Zinfandel and lesser-known varietals Elyse Winery – Producers of Morisoli Vineyard Zinfandel from 1987–2018 🥂 Restaurants, Food & Fun Mentions Buster’s Southern BBQ (Calistoga)  Taco Azteca (Napa Valley)  Cook St. Helena COTE Korean Steakhouse  Coqodaq - Featured for “fried chicken & Champagne” pairing, as seen on Apple TV’s Chasing Stars Dry Creek General Store – Amanda’s rec for best sandwiches while exploring Dry Creek Valley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do some bottles (and handbags) whisper luxury while others shout it from the rooftops? In this week’s episode, Amanda sits down with fashion creator and style expert Style by Wale to explore what our closets and cellars say about us. From investment pieces to everyday staples, they unpack how luxury in both fashion and wine isn’t just about price—it’s about craftsmanship, intention, and knowing your personal taste. Wale breaks down how to spot quality, find your “fashion palate,” and why letting go of trends can make room for timeless style. Amanda connects these same ideas to the wine world—explaining why a $30 Cru Beaujolais can be every bit as elegant as a $300 Burgundy, and how to shop smarter for wines that feel as good as they taste. Whether you’re a fan of The Row or just curious about what makes a wine quietly luxurious, this episode will change the way you think about how (and why) you buy. Wine Featured on This Episode:2023 Château de La Chaize Fleurie Beaujolais Follow:📸 @stylebywale 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fall is here, school’s in full swing, and weeknights are busy as ever—but that doesn’t mean there’s no time for great wine. In this episode, writer and cookbook author Jessica Dupuy⁠ joins Amanda to talk about the little luxuries that can make even Tuesday nights feel special. If you’ve ever wondered what to pour with mac and cheese, takeout sushi, or a Five Guys burger, this is a masterclass in balancing flavor with sanity. They also explain why Grenache is like tinted moisturizer and give the ultimate tip on how to shop smarter—so the right bottle is always within reach. 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode 2023 Weingut Schafer-Frohlich Weisser Burgunder Trocken 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s officially wedding week! And in the spirit of celebration, Amanda is going solo on this special episode of Wine Access Unfiltered to answer the question that’s constantly dropped in her DMs: What wines should I serve at my wedding? With her own Napa Valley nuptials just days away, Amanda shares the exact wines she’s pouring (Krug, Margaux, and a killer Sylvaner), why she’s skipping cocktails, and how she’s creating a wine-bar experience with surprise bottle reveals throughout the night. From budget breakdowns to tips for pairing, planning, and party pacing, this is the ultimate guide for selecting wines for weddings, parties, and any big celebration. You’ll also get recs for high-value sparklers and wines that age well for anniversaries, so listen up and sip smarter when you celebrate! 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode NV A by Arras Premium Cuvee Rose Sparkling Tasmania 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know wine has rules. But who says you have to follow them? James Beard-nominated author (The Rebel School of Wine) and self-proclaimed “wine rebel” Tyler Balliet is helping us challenge every “thou shalt not” in the wine world. From dunking ice cubes into red wine to sipping rosé in December, this conversation is a delicious middle finger to snobbery and a refreshing celebration of drinking what you like. From how taste really works (hint: it’s not all in your mouth) to how Champagne became the ultimate rebel wine, this episode will leave you feeling empowered, inspired, and ready to break a few rules of your own.  🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode ⁠2023 Viola Franconia Trevenezia 📖Learn More about Tyler and buy the book! 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sauvignon Blanc has officially entered its main character era, and we are so here for it. Whether you’re pouring Sancerre before noon à la Emily in Paris, shaking Sauv Blanc into a martini, or pairing it with after-school snacks (hello, Goldfish), the grape is absolutely everywhere—and shining in its versatility. Join Amanda and viral content creator Pilar Brito (@barpilarr—who has rocketed from lawyer to wine influencer in just over a year—for a breakdown of why Sauvignon Blanc deserves more credit, the regions and producers worth seeking out, and exactly how far a good goat cheese can take you. Plus: oyster parties, salad slander, “flat Champagne,” and a spectacular bottle from little-known Menetou-Salon! 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode 2023 La Rive de Loire Menetou-Salon 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do Uruguay and Germany have in common? They were both bucket-list wine regions for Amanda and Laura Koffer, and in this special 100th episode (!!) of Unfiltered, they share their thrilling visits to these two sleeper destinations. From Germany’s soaring slate slopes to the glory of perfectly aged Uruguayan Tannat, they cover the wines, regions, and meals that made their trips magical—oh, and before you ask, yes, there were capybaras. Check out the episode to learn why Albariño might be your next favorite transition white, what spargel season means in Germany, and how to actually make Tannat work for your palate. Enjoy, and cheers to 100 episodes of Uncorked conversations! 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode 2023 Garzon Single Vineyard Albarino Uruguay 📦 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know Pinot Noir. But do you know Spätburgunder? For years, wine insiders have known that German Pinot Noir offers Burgundian-level quality at a fraction of the price. But in this episode we’re blowing this industry secret wide open courtesy of Zack Musick (German Wine Collection) who joins us for a fresh take on one of the world’s most beloved grapes. From unexpected flavor profiles (think bone broth, mushrooms, and spice) to why an eagle on the label is a true marker for quality, we’re digging into how Pinot Noir expresses itself in Germany outside of its classic regions and why it’s often considered the ultimate “terroir grape,” capable of transparently reflecting the soil, climate, and place it’s grown. Plus, we’ve got all your food pairings ranging from classic duck to Philly cheesesteaks and Amanda’s unexpected (but highly effective) Costco salad and chicken schnitzel hack. 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode 2022 Rings Estate Spätburgunder Pflaz 📦 ⁠⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They say there "ain't no party like a Napa party" and our guests are true Napa Valley locals who know how to deliver the Napa Valley experience. We’re throwing a “virtual” summer block party and inviting our wine country friends to hang and share some “locals only” tips and tricks. Audra Chapman (Newfound Wine), Josh Phelps (Grounded Wine Co.), and Scott Dale (Wild Vine Tours) join us to dish on their favorite hidden gem wineries, where to hike and bike, and the secret charcuterie spot that even Amanda didn’t know existed! 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode ⁠2022 Newfound Gravels Red Wine⁠ 📦 ⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it’s to Burgundy, Barolo, or Barossa, wine travel delivers big-time pleasure—but can come with serious setbacks, from shipping snafus and suitcase spills to winding wine-country road nausea. Enter Amanda, whose passport’s been stamped by just about every wine-producing country on the globe. In this episode, she shares hard-earned travel hacks, favorite flight-friendly accessories, tips on how to find the best coffee, and the best way to educate yourself—before you arrive. Let’s go! 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode 2019 Esprit de Pavie Bordeaux 🧳 Amanda’s Amazon Travel List 📦 ⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you hear “Riesling,” do you still think syrupy sweet? If so, you're not alone, but you're definitely missing out.  In this episode, Amanda and Wine Access experts Eduardo Dingler and Laura Koffer set the record straight on one of the world’s most versatile yet vexing grapes. They unpack Riesling’s reputation in the US, share tips on how to decode sweetness levels, and reveal where (outside Germany) you should look for great Riesling. Oh, and for those who love everything from oysters and sushi to spicy noodles and summertime salads, they get into why Riesling might just be the GOAT when it comes to food pairings! 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode 2024 Henschke Riesling Peggy's Hill Eden Valley Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases  Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠⁠Wine Access⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon Pinot, Washington Syrah, and… heavy metal? Believe it or not, all three fit right into this episode’s deep dive into the Pacific Northwest, one of the world’s most exciting (and misunderstood) wine regions.Fresh off a National Geographic wine cruise through the Columbia and Snake Rivers, host Amanda McCrossin is joined by journalist, educator, and senior editor at JancisRobinson.com Samantha Cole-Johnson. In this enlightening (and, of course, unfiltered) conversation, Amanda and Sam get into Washington’s red-hot Rocks District, where to eat and drink in Portland, and—HOT TAKE ALERT—why Oregon might actually be best suited to white wines. Whether you’re Pinot-obsessed, Syrah-curious, or just wondering what to do on your next trip to the PNW wine country, this one’s for you 2023 Tior Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 📢 Links & Mentions Follow Samantha Cole-Johnson on InstagramFor updates on her wine reviews, blind tasting series, and more.👉 @samanthacolejohnson Read Samantha’s work on JancisRobinson.comCheck out her writing and the “Wine News in Five” feature.👉 📰 Wine News in Five – read on JancisRobinson.com 👉🎧 Wine News in Five -- listen to the Podcast Nat Geo x Lindblad Columbia & Snake Rivers CruiseThe wine-adventure cruise Amanda went on.👉 Columbia & Snake Rivers Journey Kann Restaurant (Portland)Amanda’s top meal of 2024.👉 Kann Portland Coquine RestaurantHighly praised spot in Portland mentioned by Samantha.👉 Coquine Portland Bar Casa ValeFor Spanish wine and Sherry in Portland.👉 Bar Casa Vale St. Jack & Lovely’s Fifty FiftyFavorite neighborhood spots also mentioned in the episode.👉 St. Jack | Lovely’s Fifty Fifty Blood of Gods Wine x Metal Festival (Walla Walla)Yes, it’s real—and Samantha is speaking at it.👉 Blood of Gods ⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases  Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠Wine Access⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when one of the most legendary Champagne minds on the planet leaves a Champagne icon… to make sake? In this special bonus episode, Amanda sits down with Richard Geoffroy, former Chef de Cave of Dom Pérignon, to discuss his newest—and to many, extremely unexpected—venture: IWA 5, a cutting-edge Junmai Daiginjo sake born in Japan’s Toyama Prefecture.Recorded in NYC during a rare stateside visit, this conversation with Richard explores his bold leap from the structured tradition of Champagne to the boundless creative freedom of sake brewing. From the moment he first encountered a transformative Kyoto sake in 2000 to the experimental, terroir-redefining blending process behind IWA, Richard opens up about creativity, culture, and why sake might be the most versatile beverage on the planet. Plus, sake expert Eduardo Dingler joins the conversation to help unpack the world of premium sake—so whether you’re merely sake-curious or a seasoned enthusiast, you should consider this rare glimpse into the world of top-level to be a must-listen! 📺 Watch the episode in full on YouTube 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: NV IWA 5 Assemblage 5 Junmai Daiginjo Toyama **Note, this is not a wine club wine 👉 Explore IWA Sake ⁠⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠⁠Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Midwestern tax-preparer Steve Hoffman moved his family to the South of France to live out his dream of being a French-speaking bon vivant. But when life abroad fell far short of his expectations, he found himself at a loss for what to do—until his vigneron neighbor started him on a new and uncharted path. Steve swapped his spreadsheets for soupe à l’oignon, and his outstanding memoir A Season For That—which NYT Wine Critic Eric Asimov called one of the best wine books of 2024—recounts his transformative experience with humor and heart. In his conversation with host Amanda McCrossin, Steve touches upon the magic of shared meals and the importance of “terroir” in both food and life—plus how to cultivate a “bon vivant” attitude, even if you can’t move to France! 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: 2022 Clos Venturi 1769 Corsica Links & Mentions ⁠Learn more about Steve here ⁠Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club⁠ 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: ⁠@wineaccessunfiltered⁠ Twitter: ⁠ @wineaccesspod⁠ Host: ⁠Amanda McCrossin⁠ Shop all the wines at ⁠Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does a wine lover who started at the bottom shelf end up with a fine-tuned taste for fine wine? Master of Wine (and former Unfiltered Co-Host) Vanessa Conlin joins us for a candid conversation about how our palates evolve. We share our own cringe-worthy wine moments, debate the value of “flashy” vs. “ethereal” wines, and get real about why some expensive wines might fall flat for newer drinkers. You’ll also get pro tips on how to avoid getting stuck in a rut, plus an exclusive invitation to drink Napa wine with a bona fide celebrity! 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: NV Maurice Grumier Jônt Special Edition Extra-Brut Champagne Links & Mentions From Ashes to Hope benefitting Save the Children The Wine Independent Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helen Keplinger is one of the most sought-after winemakers in Napa Valley, but she’s taking a break to take us on a California road trip with her Vermillion wine. Vermillion, sourced from the high-elevation Sierra Foothills to the sea-sprayed vineyards of Santa Barbara, captures the diverse terroirs that make this state so special, and we pop a bottle with Helen to identify how each component plays a unique role. She fills us in on why one of her secret, prized grape sources is like Wagyu beef and why Paso Robles might just be the most exciting region in wine. Plus, we reveal the one “can’t miss” event in Napa Valley that Helen’s been attending for over a decade—and how you can get in on the action as well!  📺 Watch the episode in full on YouTube 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: 2022 Vermillion Red Wine Links & Mentions Wineapawlooza benefitting Jameson Humane Guide to Santa Barbara Guide to Napa Valley Guide to Paso Robles Restaurants/Bars in Paso Robles Les Petits Canailles (LPC) In Bloom    Finca    Etto Pasta Bar    The Alchemists' Garden Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do some wines cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars? How do global events impact your favorite bottle? Join us for a fascinating conversation with Peter Young, former McKinsey consultant and author of “Luxury Wine Marketing.” Peter’s an insider with experience at blue-chip wineries like Realm and Kosta Browne, and he sheds light on how wineries use everything from psychological triggers to the power of storytelling to drive consumers to pay top dollar. Beyond the marketing magic, we’ll tackle pressing industry issues like the potential impact of tariffs on European wines and the evolving landscape of wine consumption—all while drinking one of our most unique wine club wines yet! 📺 Watch this episode in full on YouTube 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: 2022 Anima Negra Quibia Mallorca Connect With Peter XChateau Podcast LinkedIn Instagram Asian Wine Association of America More Info GoFundMe Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do BBQ potato chips, perfume, and the power of Champagne growers have in common? They’re all part of the fascinating conversation we had with wine expert Julia Coney at the World of Pinot Noir event in Santa Barbara! We cover which Pinot regions we’re most excited about—outside of classic regions like Burgundy and Oregon—why Pinot Noir is the “un-gettable get” for winemakers, and the surprising convenience-store snack Julia swears by when drinking a glass of Pinot. Get ready for a fun, fast-paced, and flavor-filled episode that will expand your Pinot horizons and have you booking flights stat. 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: 2021 Dog Point Pinot Noir, New Zealand 📺 Watch in full on YouTube Julia's Substack 📖: Métier @JuliaConey IG 📢 Mentions and Recommendations World of Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara Bells, Los Alamos Loquita, Santa Barbara Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder what your favorite wine expert really drinks when they’re not swirling a glass of Pinot? Hint: It might involve a shaker, not a corkscrew! In this episode, we sit down with TikTok’s Queen of Cocktails and author of “How to Be a Better Drinker,” Hannah Chamberlain (@SpiritedLA ). She’s revealing the secrets to crafting the perfect Martini (shaken vs. stirred, anyone?), how to know when to risk ordering that fancy cocktail, and which classic cocktails are making a comeback. Plus, we chat about her favorite glassware finds and why Aligote (from our wine club) might be the perfect base for your next creative concoction. Get ready to dive into the dazzling world of cocktails and explore the surprising ways they intertwine with our love of wine. 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: 2022 La Chablisienne Aligote Emotions Minerales Bourgogne 📺 Watch in full on YouTube Hannah's Book 📖: How to Be a Better Drinker: Cocktail Recipes and Boozy Etiquette @SpiritedLA TikTok | Instagram 📢 Mentions and Recommendations Bars: Queen Mary's Tavern, Chicago Best Intentions, Chicago Lover’s Bar at Friday Saturday Sunday, Philadelphia Spirits Monkey 47 Gin The Botanist Gin Empress Gin Gin Mare Gin Old Raj Gin VJOP Gin by Sipsmith Garrison Brothers Balmorhea Bourbon Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think you know German wine? Think again. In this episode we’re shattering just about every German wine myth with Jenna Fields, the passionate force behind the German Wine Collection. Jenna’s mission to revolutionize how the world thinks about German wine began on a Post-It note (seriously), and in this episode, she breaks down why you’ll find racy, bone-dry Rieslings in the world’s finest collections and how the German-made versions of two of our most beloved varietals—Chardonnay and Pinot Noir—can rival the best of Burgundy. Plus, we’ll clarify those confusing German labels and classifications, making it super easy to spot the best producers (without knowing a word of German), and even reveal the guilty-pleasure Super Bowl snack that pairs perfectly with Riesling! 📺 Watch in full on YouTube 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: 2023 Schnaitmann Schnait Dry Riesling Württemberg Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The wine industry might thrive on exclusivity and tradition, but social media is shaking things up big time: Like it or not, wine influencers are reshaping the way we discover, enjoy, and talk about wine by sharing access, tips, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of the wine world—and today, we’re putting the spotlight on them. Host Amanda McCrossin is joined by fellow full-time wine influencer Warner of @confidenceuncorked to discuss the surprising ways they’re vetting wines, the wine advice they’d give themselves as newbies, and how internet trolls inspired a successful line of merch! 📺 Watch in full on YouTube 🍷 Wine Featured On This Episode: 2020 Collina San Ponzio Fossati Barolo Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're kicking off 2025 what’s in and out for the wine world. From busting myths like “you have to store wine on its side” to showing you how to start a wine collection even if you don’t have a cellar, this episode is all about making wine more accessible in the next year. You’ll also get the scoop on why you might be seeing more affordable wines from popular regions like Napa Valley, why it’s okay to drink the “good bottle” on a random Tuesday, and how to make the most of wines with a touch of sweetness (Hint: they pair great with spicy takeout). 📺 Watch in full on YouTube 🍷Wine Featured On This Episode: 2020 Hudson Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 🛒 Products Mentioned: Coravin Timeless 6+ Repour Wine Savers Wine Enthusiast Countertop Wine Fridge All of Amanda's Favorite Wine Gadgets Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re closing out the year with a celebratory “favorites” episode, where Eduardo Dingler and Laura Koffer join Amanda to relive their top wine discoveries and dining experiences of 2024. Along the way, they explore the resurgence of volcanic terroirs, provide pro pairing tips (Chardonnay with tacos, anyone?), and debate the quirks of wine gadgets. Whether you’re a seasoned oenophile or a curious wine lover, this episode is packed with recommendations, insider stories, and plenty of inspiration to make 2025 your most delicious year yet. Cheers!  📺 Watch in full on YouTube 🍷Wine Featured On This Episode: 2020 Aeris Etna Bianco Superiore Sicily Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PJ Awe, Director of Marketing and Sales at Amorim Cork America, joins us to dive into cork’s fascinating journey from bark to bottle. As one of the most sustainable products on the planet, cork plays a bigger role than many wine drinkers might realize. We discuss why storing wine bottles on their sides might not be necessary and why cork taint (TCA) is about to be a thing of the past. Geek out with us as we uncork one of Lodi’s oldest-vine Carignane’s and take you down one of the most unexpected rabbit holes of your life. Watch this episode in full on YouTube Wine Featured On This Episode: 2021 Markus Wine Co Carignane Nicolini Ranch Ancient Blocks Recycle your corks https://recork.com https://corkcollective.org/ Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases More Info on the Salud! Oregon Pinot Noir Auction Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re crashing one of Oregon’s most meaningful wine events to give you exclusive access to some of the biggest stars in the wine industry. Amanda sits down with Michael Fay (Domaine Serene), Claire Carver (Big Table Farm), Thomas Savre (Lingua Franca), and Alban Debeaulieu (Abbott Claim) to discuss their rise to stardom, the surprising wines that have inspired them along the way, and why they believe Oregon is the best wine-producing region in the world. Wine Featured On This Episode: 2023 Big Table Farm Laughing Pig Rose A Domaine Serene EXCLUSIVE for Our Listeners: All reservations for the remainder of 2024 will receive a complimentary Estate flight with a cheese or charcuterie when they call-in and mention the Wine Access podcast. Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases More Info on the Salud! Oregon Pinot Noir Auction Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This isn’t the end, it’s actually just the beginning of a major revolution, according to this week’s guest—Master Sommelier (and importer/distributor) Ken Frederickson. Ken joins us to discuss how the landscape has shifted in the last 20 years and what he believes wine drinkers can look forward to in the coming decades. From a surprising union between wine and spirits to why restaurants might shift away from selling wines by the bottle, we’re covering all the ways the wine industry is adapting for the next generation of wine drinkers. 📺 Watch this episode in full 🛒 Wine Featured on this Episode 2022 Presqu'ile Winery Chardonnay Santa Barbara County Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wine collectors love to talk about the good old days—when cult wines were going for a fraction of the price they are today and didn’t have waiting lists. How did brands like Harlan and Screaming Eagle achieve cult status? And is it still possible to achieve that today? On this episode, we’re hunting for the next big thing with the dynamic father-daughter-duo from one of the fastest-growing wine YouTube channels: “Our Pour Decisions.” What are their secrets to spotting diamonds in the rough? What are the ones that got away? And which winemaker do they think will be the next big thing? 📺 Watch this episode in full 🛒 Wine Featured on this Episode 2022 Duhig Grenache 💡Other Topics Discussed: A California Court Could Blow Up Self-Distribution Taittinger champagne family split over alcohol-free bubbly Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Konstantin Baum is Germany’s youngest Master of Wine and one of the most followed YouTube wine experts, but even he grapples with one of the most common problems for wine drinkers—figuring out what you like and being confident in your choices. In this episode we’re helping you discover YOUR wine palate, including a DIY project that will help you become a better taster (that even your kids might enjoy). Join us for never-before-shared stories of feeling insecure and nervous at wine tastings, the surprising South African wine no one expected to love, and more. Wine Featured On This Episode: 2023 McFarlane Pinotage Saturday's Child Stellenbosch South Africa 🛒 Wine Featured on this Episode 2021 Domaine Gassier Lou Coucardie Blanc Costieres de Nimes 💡Other Topics Discussed: Dolly Parton gets into the wine game Cult classic “Sideways” celebrates its 20th anniversary 📢 Other Mentions Cellar Class Wine Courses by Konstantin Baum Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re looking for value, you can have place or you can have grape, but you usually can’t have both. That’s why we enlisted Vince Anter from the award-winning wine show V is for Vino, who is been termed “the Bourdain of Wine TV.” He joins Amanda to discuss their favorite lesser-known wine regions … because exploring different wine regions allows you to experience unique flavors and blends. What’s the best way to find wine from unexpected places? What’s the best way to explore those lesser-known wine regions? And is Lambrusco the best pizza wine out there? 🛒 Wine Featured on this Episode 2021 Domaine Gassier Lou Coucardie Blanc Costieres de Nimes 💡Other Topics Discussed: Beyoncé unveils American whisky Riunite on ice, STILL nice: The World’s Number One Lambrusco makes a marketing comeback 📢 Other Mentions V is for Vino, Lebanon Episode V is for Vino, Languedoc-Roussillon Episode Join the Unfiltered Podcast Wine Club 4 bottles per shipment hand selected by Amanda Delivered every 2 months (1 wine/episode) / 6x per year $120 + tax Shipping Included Cancel anytime 10% off all Wine Access purchases Follow us on social! IG: @wineaccessunfiltered Twitter:  @wineaccesspod Host: Amanda McCrossin Shop all the wines at Wine Access Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices